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Cornel West, Rhymefest to Lead Education Forum in Chicago
Cornel West, Rhymefest to Lead Education Forum in Chicago
Cornel West, Rhymefest to Lead Education Forum in Chicago
Since Kanye West-associated rapper Rhymefest announced intent to run for a Chicago alderman position, he has been a steady presence at political and community events to help gauge what the people in his community really think and need. His next appearance will be with the esteemed Dr...
Jay-Z Talks About Life and Lyrics, Remembers Biggie at NY Public Library
Jay-Z Talks About Life and Lyrics, Remembers Biggie at NY Public Library
Jay-Z Talks About Life and Lyrics, Remembers Biggie at NY Public Library
It seemed fitting that Jay-Z, an artist known for his thoughtful and candid songs, would talk about his words at a New York Public Library event coinciding with the release of his new book, 'Decoded.' It wasn't a discussion about his celebrity status or his accomplishments, but more about the process of songwriting and the importance of context in telling a story...
Raheem DeVaughn Turns Dr. Cornel West into an MC
Raheem DeVaughn Turns Dr. Cornel West into an MC
Raheem DeVaughn Turns Dr. Cornel West into an MC
Raheem DeVaughn's 'The Love & War MasterPeace' has received rave reviews from critics and fans alike. The album -- the R&B singer's third -- is the product of an inspirational vision, intended to be like a modern day Marvin Gaye 'I Want You' meets Prince's 'Sign of the Times,' with clear political overtones to add a little more meat to the album's skeleton. Inste...
Dr. Cornel West Scrutinizes Jay-Z’s Artistry
Dr. Cornel West Scrutinizes Jay-Z’s Artistry
Dr. Cornel West Scrutinizes Jay-Z’s Artistry
Disses and beef are so normalized in the day-to-day grind of hip-hop that they mostly just seem like hollow marketing ploys, yet now and then there's a criticism that's based in actual intellectual debate. In a recent interview with The Spectrum, civil rights activist Dr...